The Democrats, formed by break-away members of the Maldivian Democratic Party, announced at a press conference on Sunday that its top priority is a constitutional amendment to cap parliament at 76 seats. Party interim chairman Hassan Latheef said The Democrats would contest all 93 constituencies announced by the Elections Commission if the amendment does not pass.
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During a press conference held on Sunday at H. Maizandhoshuge, the party’s interim chairman, Hassan Latheef, divulged the key resolutions passed by the interim council of The Democrats.
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The best time for a debate on the composition of the parliament is now, ahead of the upcoming elections
We are concerned that a party like the MDP does not support it now
I hope they will change their decision, be it due to public feedback or pressures.
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The amendment seeks to cap the number of parliamentary seats at 76, revising Article 71 of the Constitution.
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This would entail electing members for 55 administrative constituencies, two members to represent individuals with special needs, and 11 members representing political parties based on vote percentile, including fixed seats for female MPs.
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This would entail electing members for 55 administrative constituencies, two members to represent individuals with special needs, and 11 members representing political parties based on vote percentile, including fixed seats for female MPs.
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If the party’s endeavour to amend the Constitution does not materialise, Latheef confirmed that The Democrats will contest all 93 constituencies announced by the Elections Commission.
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